Hi Guys/Gals
I have reading up on the theory on how cars work over the last 6 months or so and now I fancy having a go at some practical work.

Basically I have no idea where to begin, I really want to start a project of some sort that will allow me to gain experience on the internals of a car, not cost too much, and have something to show for it at the end!

Ideally I will end up being able to work on my STi3 by myself, but I realise this is a long way off.

So any ideas on a nice starter project, I am thinking along the line of a mini with a bigger engine in it, or a Pug 205.
All ideas / own experiences welcome......this could be the start of an expensive hobby.